CVE-2024-1223

Improper authorization controls in PaperCut NG/MF

Description

This vulnerability potentially allows unauthorized enumeration of information from the embedded device APIs. An attacker must already have existing knowledge of some combination of valid usernames, device names and an internal system key. For such an attack to be successful the system must be in a specific runtime state.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.57%
Vendor Advisory papercut.com
Affected: PaperCut PaperCut NG, PaperCut MF
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.papercut.com/kb/Main/Security-Bulletin-March-2024 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1223?
CVE-2024-1223 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-1223?
To fix CVE-2024-1223, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-1223 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-1223 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-1223?
CVE-2024-1223 affects PaperCut PaperCut NG, PaperCut MF.
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